The reverse grip lat pulldown, also known as the Underhand Grip Lat Pulldown, is a popular back exercise that targets the upper back muscles uniquely compared to the traditional lat pulldown. In this move, you grasp the pulldown bar with an underhand (reverse) grip, slightly wider than shoulder-width apart. The underhand grip puts more focus … Read more
The Bayesian curl is a must-try exercise to improve your bicep training. This challenging move targets the biceps and also engages forearm muscle groups. In the Bayesian Curl, your arm is positioned behind your body at the start, which elongates the biceps and places them under a stretch. This stretch reflex, coupled with the curling … Read more
The V-bar Lat Pulldown is one of the best variation of the Lat pulldown exercise that targets the back muscles (the latissimus dorsi). Bodybuilders and powerlifters often use it to build strength and muscle mass in the back. In a standard lat pulldown, you use a wide or shoulder-width grip on a straight horizontal bar, … Read more
The High cable chest fly, also known as the high-to-low cable fly, is one of the best exercises for strengthening the chest and shoulders. It mainly targets the lower pectorals by pulling the arms from a high to a low angle. Unlike compound exercises such as bench presses, which target the chest, triceps and shoulders, the … Read more
The tricep pushdown is one of the best exercises for training the tricep muscle. It trains all three heads of the triceps muscles, including the lateral, long, and medial heads. It is commonly known as the tricep press-down or cable tricep extension. No matter what you call it, it is one of the best exercises for triceps … Read more
The Cable machine is more than just a piece of gym equipment—it’s your one-stop shop for targeting multiple muscle groups. The Cable machine workouts are versatile and effective ways to improve muscle mass and stability. They consist of a steel frame that houses a series of pulleys, cables, and weight stacks—different types of handles or attachments … Read more
Barbell exercises are a great way to build strength, increase muscle mass, and burn fat. They are versatile pieces of equipment that allow for heavier lifting than cable and dumbbells. Barbell exercises are usually compound movements that work multiple muscle groups simultaneously. Some of them also target specific muscle groups (isolation exercises), such as barbell … Read more
Smith machines exercises are very effective to train the quads, hamstrings, glutes, and calves because they allow you to change body position without worrying about stabilization. Smith machine also has a catch system, which replaces a spotter. Basically, you can repack the weight at any moment if you need help. This is why even pro bodybuilders use the Smith … Read more
The machine high row, often referred to as the Hammer Strength High Row, is a compound pulling exercise designed to target the upper back, biceps, and other associated muscles. It is a great exercise for the lats. As you switch from a pronated to a supinated grip and do deeper movements, the lower lats (a commonly … Read more